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Question: I want to start a peer support group in my community for survivors of sexual abuse. I have facilitated a support group before but it has been about 10 years. I really want this to be successful. Is there anyone who would be able to give me tips on getting started?

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Dear Alicia,

Please check out following resources:

http://www.vawnet.org/summary.php?doc_id=3542&find_type=web_sum_GC

and research from Dr. Lauren Cattaneo at George Washington University.

Question Date: Tue, 10/13/2015